OCULAR ROSACEA

SYMPTOMS

Ocular rosacea symptoms might appear before those on the skin, appear concurrently, appear later, or appear on their own. Ocular rosacea symptoms and signs might include:

• Red, swollen, itchy, or watery eyes
• Dry eyes
• Grit or the sensation that something strange has entered one’s eye or eyes
• Blurred vision
• Light sensitivity (photophobia)
• Dilated small blood vessels on the white part of the eye
• Reddened, swollen eyelids
• Recurrent infections of the eye or eyelids, such as chalazia, sties, or pink eye (conjunctivitis), blepharitis, or blepharitis

DIAGNOSIS

The diagnosis of ocular rosacea does not need any particular techniques or testing. Instead, based on your symptoms, medical history, and examination of your eyes, eyelids, and facial skin, your doctor will likely establish a diagnosis.

TREATMENT

Ocular rosacea cannot be cured. However, medicines may help manage the symptoms. Working with a specialist to control the problem is crucial since ocular rosacea may impair eyesight if it is severe and untreated.

Antibiotic eye drops or ointments are often prescribed in order to control bacterial growth and reduce inflammation. For severe cases of eye inflammation, steroid eyedrops may be prescribed.

Other treatment procedures may include:

Warm compresses: Every day, close your eyes and put a warm cloth on the area for 5–10 minutes. This makes it easier for the glands in your eyelids to drain and helps with chalazia or styes.
Eyelid care: Keep eyelids clean and clear of eyelash scales. They may use a specific solution, diluted baby shampoo, or bicarbonate to clean their eyelids. Apply softly with a cotton bud on eyelids and lashes.
Artificial tears: People can buy fake tears to keep their eyes moist and relieve dryness. You can put them in the fridge so that the drops will have a cooling effect.

Finally, modify your lifestyle by refraining from eating spicy foods and alcohol, which are triggers that may bring out the symptoms.